This is similar to the 4C type in terms of the zig-zag shaped curl. However, it is denser and shrinks less. This type is fragile and dries and knots easily.

Handling: Frequently condition and moisturise. You can also comb this type better than 4C type hair.

Styling: Frequently condition and moisturise. You can also comb this type better than 4C type hair.

Product: Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Afro Moisturising Butter R80

4A Hair

This hair is great, depending on how you handle it. It’s suitable for most hairstyles, but also prone to being dry and tangling. It has volume, but limited movement. The curl shape is spiralled in the form of a tight S.

Characteristics: This hair is great, depending on how you handle it. It’s suitable for most hairstyles, but also prone to being dry and tangling. It has volume, but limited movement. The curl shape is spiralled in the form of a tight S.

Handling: Detangle this hair with your fingers. Do this while it is wet, and saturated with conditioner and light oils that won’t weigh it down.

Styling: Styled in an up-do, or use curl defining products to make curls more noticeable.